Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Soó
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 12: 353 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280870
Common Names
- Ponerorchis Limprichtii
- Limprichtii Orchid
- Limprichtii Ponerorchis
Synonyms
- Orchis hui Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
- Orchis limprichtii Schltr. [unknown]
- Ponerorchis hui (Tang & F.T.Wang) Soó [unknown]
- Chusua hui (Tang & F.T.Wang) P.F.Hunt [unknown]
- Chusua limprichtii (Schltr.) P.F.Hunt [unknown]
Description
Ponerorchis limprichtii (also called Limpricht's ponerorchis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in grassy meadows and open forests, typically at elevations of 500-1500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Ponerorchis limprichtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ponerorchis limprichtii is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ponerorchis limprichtii is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist, but not wet. It can be propagated through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Ponerorchis limprichtii
Ponerorchis limprichtii can be found in Japan.
Ponerorchis limprichtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ponerorchis limprichtii?
Ponerorchis limprichtii
What is the common name of Ponerorchis limprichtii?
Limpricht's Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Ponerorchis limprichtii?
Woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Ponerorchis genus
Ponerorchis brevicalcarata,
Ponerorchis chidori,
Ponerorchis chusua,
Ponerorchis crenulata,
Ponerorchis graminifolia,
Ponerorchis hemipiloides,
Ponerorchis joo-iokiana,
Ponerorchis kiraishiensis,
Ponerorchis limprichtii,
Ponerorchis puberula,
Ponerorchis renzii,
Ponerorchis taivanensis,
Ponerorchis takasago-montana,
Ponerorchis tominagae,
Ponerorchis omeishanica,
Ponerorchis pugeensis,
Ponerorchis sichuanica,
Ponerorchis exilis,
Ponerorchis alpestris,
Ponerorchis amplexifolia,
Ponerorchis basifoliata,
Ponerorchis bidupensis,
Ponerorchis bifoliata,
Ponerorchis capitata,
Ponerorchis camptoceras,
Ponerorchis compacta,
Ponerorchis cucullata,
Ponerorchis dolichocentra,
Ponerorchis faberi,
Ponerorchis farreri,
Ponerorchis gonggashanica,
Ponerorchis gracilis,
Ponerorchis keiskei,
Ponerorchis kinoshitae,
Ponerorchis lepida,
Ponerorchis luteola,
Ponerorchis monantha,
Ponerorchis oblonga,
Ponerorchis ovata,
Ponerorchis papilionacea,
Ponerorchis physoceras,
Ponerorchis simplex,
Ponerorchis secundiflora,
Ponerorchis tetraloba,
Ponerorchis thailandica,
Ponerorchis tibetica,
Ponerorchis trifurcata,
Ponerorchis wenshanensis,
Ponerorchis parceflora,
Ponerorchis yueana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,